Internet Coffee Shop Marketing Plan

?Internet Coffee Shop Marketing Plan JavaNet Internet Cafe Executive Summary 1. 0 Executive Summary The goal of this marketing plan is to outline the strategies, tactics, and programs that will make the sales goals outlined in the JavaNet business plan a reality in the year 1999. JavaNet, unlike a typical cafe, provides a unique forum for communication and entertainment through the medium of the Internet. JavaNet is the answer to an increasing demand.

The public wants: (1) access to the methods of communication and volumes of information now available on the Internet, and (2) a place to socialize and share these experiences with friends and colleagues. Marketing will play a vital role in the success of JavaNet. JavaNet must build a brand around the services it offers by heavily promoting itself through local television, radio, and print advertising. Marketing efforts are just beginning by the time a potential customer enters JavaNet for the first time.

A strong emphasis will be put on keeping customers and building brand loyalty through programs focused on staffing, experience, and customer satisfaction.

Our target markets include: Students from nearby housing centers Business people from the downtown business centers and professional buildings. Seniors from nearby retirement facilities. Situation Analysis 2. 0 Situation Analysis JavaNet just opened its doors for business a little over a month ago.

Business is good, and customers have been impressed with our offerings, but we need to focus our efforts on implementing the strategies, programs, and tactics outlined in the original business plan. Differentiating ourselves from other more traditional cafes has given us the ability to effectively compete on the beverage and pastry side of the business with the already entrenched competition. Sales are brisk and in-line with projections. The Internet services side of the business is rapidly being accepted by the local community.

Memberships are meeting the projections outlined in the business plan, and sales of Internet services are meeting the goals forecast. Students love to gather for late-night sessions, nearby seniors are getting a glimpse of what the Internet offers, and local business people love to stop by for a quick bite and an email check. 2. 1 Market Summary JavaNet is faced with the exciting opportunity of being the first-mover in the local cyber-cafe market. The consistent popularity of coffee, combined with the growing interest in the Internet, has been proven to be a winning concept in other markets and will produce the same results here.

All three target markets for the JavaNet service are growing at a relatively fast pace. We’re faced with a large number of potential customers, and we’re offering a needed service. Target Market Growth: University students continue to grow at a steady pace, at nearly 4% Office workers in the downtown area and nearby professional buildings continue to add value, growing at 3% Seniors are becoming an important part of downtown business, growing at almost 6% Teens continue to play a major role in downtown foot-traffic, growing at 2% Target Markets . 1. 1 Market Demographics JavaNet’s customers can be divided into two groups. The first group is familiar with the Internet and desires a progressive and inviting atmosphere where they can get out of their offices or homes to enjoy a great cup of coffee and Internet access. This group is made up of students from the University of Oregon and business people from nearby downtown offices and professional centers. The second group is not as familiar with the Internet. This group is made up of seniors from the downtown retirement centers.